Maurice Hayes (Independent)

With regard to the point raised by Senator Coghlan about the production of reports in the Irish language, could we extend the debate to include the production of many of the reports in the English language? It would ease my recycling bill if those reports were made available electronically and could be supplied on demand. I also support Senator O'Toole with regard to the harmonisation of regulatory powers across the Border. That is an important function for the North-South bodies and should be carried out by them.

Does the Leader intend to schedule a debate on Europe on the occasion of Europe day next week? In that context, I intend to provide a report on the recent activities of the forum to the Taoiseach towards the end of next week. We have made arrangements for it to be available to Members of the Oireachtas on the Monday of the following week.